09 Hard To Fill Fuel Tank (SUSTIPS 0912-03)

WARNING: This page is about the Outback Base, Automatic CVT Trans, which is a different variant/trim than selected.

Publication date: 2012-09-01
Reference number: SUSTIPS 0912-03

09 HARD TO FILL FUEL TANK

TECHNICAL INFORMATION TECH TIPS

Reference Number(s): SUSTIPS 0912-03, Date of Issue: September, 2012

SUBARU:

All Models

SERVICE INFORMATION

If you have a customer concern of difficulty filling the fuel tank, please be aware it may be the filler neck hose. We have had situations of fuel tanks being replaced for this concern because the hose was not removed with the tank and inspected for obstruction.

Because of lighting and location, a quick look at the outside of the hose may not show any problem. The hose needs to be removed and light needs to be directed into the hose - on both ends - to be able to see the obstruction. This situation has only been found on 2010 - 2012 Legacy/Outback models so far, but it would be good practice to inspect the filler hose on all models if the concern arises.